Pressure Washing in Raleigh, NC
Pressure washing uses water pressure and cleaning solutions to strip dirt, mildew, and loose paint from siding and hard surfaces before refinishing.
Father And Son Custom Painting washes siding, driveways, and porches across Raleigh, NC before any paint goes on. Pressure washing clears dirt, mildew, and chalky residue so coatings grip properly. Homeowners around Raleigh call us for honest prep work that makes every finish last longer.
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What are the key facts about Pressure Washing?
Price depends on
Home size, level of soiling, surface type
Turnaround
Most homes: 2-4 hours
Areas served
Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, and surrounding towns
What does Pressure Washing include?
- House siding wash using house wash and low pressure
- Driveways, walkways, and porch surfaces cleaned
- Mildew and algae treated at the root, not just rinsed
- Pre-paint surface preparation with TSP washing when needed
- Delicate areas like screens and outlets masked and protected
- Full walkthrough and tidy-up before we leave
Federal rules require anyone paid to disturb paint in homes built before 1978 to be certified in lead-safe work practices.
Reference: epa.gov
What affects the price of Pressure Washing?
| Factor | Why it changes the work |
|---|---|
| Home size | Bigger walls and more stories mean more surface to cover and more setup time. |
| Level of soiling | Heavy mildew, algae, or chalky old paint needs stronger treatment and extra rinse passes. |
| Surface type | Delicate wood and older siding need lower pressure and slower, more careful work. |
| Access and height | Second-story walls and tight side yards require ladders or extension wands, which adds time. |
| Add-on services | Washing before painting or staining bundles into the job and affects the overall quote. |
| Scheduling | Busier seasons fill up faster, and same-week requests can be harder to slot in. |
Where is Pressure Washing available?
We offer pressure washing to customers across the region. Tap any area for full local details.
What other services go with Pressure Washing?
What do customers ask about Pressure Washing?
Common questions and tips from our work with Raleigh customers.
Should I have my siding cleaned or paint over the grime?
Clean it first, every time. Paint and stain bond to the surface, not the grime, so washing over dirt means peeling later. Mildew left under a fresh coat will push through the new finish. A proper wash with TSP or a house wash mix takes a day and buys years of adhesion.
How long does pressure washing take?
Most single-family homes take two to four hours, start to rinse. Bigger jobs with heavy mildew or multiple stories can run a full day. Siding needs to dry before painting, and that usually means waiting a full day or two depending on weather and humidity.
What should I do before you arrive?
Close windows, move cars out of the driveway, and cover or bring in anything delicate near the work area. Shut off exterior outlets and unlock gates so we can reach every side. We handle the rest, including covering landscaping and protecting electrical fixtures.
Does pressure washing damage siding?
Not when it is done right. Vinyl and wood siding get washed at lower pressure with a cleaning solution rather than blasted with a zero-degree tip. We match pressure and nozzle to the surface, so paint stays put and wood does not fuzz up or splinter.
Why dry time matters before painting
Wet siding will trap moisture under a new coat of paint and cause peeling within a season. Give washed surfaces at least 24 to 48 hours of dry weather before priming or painting. In Raleigh's humidity, two days is safer than one, especially on north-facing walls that stay shaded.
Phone: (919) 291-1076